2026 NWA MFL FAQ's
September 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Do you have questions regarding the upcoming 2026 NWA March for Life? Check out our frequently asked questions below! If you do not see the answer you are looking for, please email Director@NWARespectLife.org for further information!
What time does it start? Where do we go?
The March for Life will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 13th in front of the Memorial Garden for the Unborn next to St. Gabriels’s Anglican Church in Springdale, 1803 W. Emma St. There will also be the Cross Memorial display next the church.
Pro-Lifers will peacefully and joyfully walk to Springdale High School Performing Arts Auditorium located in Springdale, at 101 S. Pleasant where we will have our March for Life Rally.
Why is the NWA March for Life on September 13th?
The National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children is an annual coast-to-coast observance held on the second Saturday of September, 9/12/26. Due to scheduled prayer vigils and gravesite memorials on 9/12, we hold the March on Sunday as well as it is usually an easier day for families to attend.
Where do we park?
There is room at St. Gabriel Anglican Church parking lot next to the Memorial Garden – 1803 W Emma St
Additionally, the following parking areas are usable
-the Parking Lot on the south side of Huntsville Ave just east of Huntsville and Westwood Lane
-the Parking Lot at Salem Lutheran Church across from St. Gabriel Anglican
-the Parking Lot at Springdale High School (take W Emma to get to the Memorial Garden)
-some limited street parking.
How long is the walk?
1.3 miles
Can I do just part of the walk?
Yes! If 1.3 miles seems a bit long for you, we have two “Join In” Points:
-Springdale High School Performing Art Auditorium in the High School at 101 S. Pleasant
-Parking Lot Located at the south side of Huntsville just east of Huntsville and Westwood Lane
Can I go to just the Rally – What time is the Rally?
Yes! But the March is a beautiful public witness! Depending on the number of people that attend the March for Life, the Rally will begin at 2:45pm-ish
Is there a Cost?
No, no cost! However, the NWA March for Life is our biggest expenditure for the year. Any help is most appreciated! We are a 501(c)3 and gifts can also be made on our donation page. Thank you!
Do you have signs? Where do I get them?
Yes! NWA Respect Life has a limited number of signs that you can use for the walk. They will be available at our starting point – the parking lot of St. Gabriel Church – before the March. We will have a pick-up truck outside the Springdale High School Auditorium for SIGN RETURN. You are also welcome to bring Church and/or School Banners.
Can we make our own signs?
Yes! Signs should be a source of encouragement and Support Life! Examples include but not limited to:
Pray to End Abortion Love Life! Choose Life! Love them Both
Choose Life! We speak for those who cannot! Truth always wins!
Adoption the Loving Option Unborn Lives Matter Unapologetically Pro-Life!
Peace Begins in the Womb I am the Post-Roe Generation I am the Pro-Life Generation
Women Deserve Better than Abortion Men for Life We Can Help You
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Pictures of an unborn baby are GREAT! We have several signs with pictures of 6–7-week pre-born babies that we obtained from a middle school biology book.
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PLEASE NO GRAPHIC SIGNS & NO REFERENCES WITH CONDEMNATION, JUDGEMENT, ETC. NO SIGNS MOCKING GOVERNMENT OR CHURCH LEADERS.
Is the March for Life safe?
Yes, we will have the Springdale Police accompanying the Walk and insuring security. The Springdale police offered a police escort so pro-lifers could get through intersections and cross streets safely. We may also have a driver slowly following the March. He is available to pick-up any marchers unable to complete the walk.
What time is everything over?
It is quite dependent on the number of people who show up for the March for Life and how long it takes them to do the walk. We are estimating that walkers will arrive at the Springdale High School Auditorium around 2:45pm and the Rally will be over by 3:45ish.
How do we get back to Starting Point?
Actually, the distance between the starting point and the school is less than or about .5 mile. If you want to walk back to the starting point from the High School just go west on W Emma.
If you prefer not to walk back to your starting point, there is the option of a friend parking their car at Springdale High School and you with your friend parking your car at your starting point. Then your friend can return you to your car.
If your school or church has bus availability, they are welcome to park at the Springdale High School and take folks back. BE SURE TO CONTACT SHEILA @ 469-231-1959 if you elect this option.
What if there is “bad” weather?
Dress appropriately! Rain, wind, or shine – we plan to have the NWA March for Life.
The NWA March for Life will be cancelled if: 1. Severe lightening 2. The Second Coming (could be related to 1.)